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City of Bonn

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Explosives

Overview

Anyone wishing to purchase and handle explosives privately requires a permit in accordance with Section 27 of the Explosives Act.

Requirements for applying for a permit in accordance with § 27 of the Explosives Act:

  • Completion of the 21st year of age
  • personal suitability
  • no concerns about reliability (reliability is determined by the authorities by checking the Federal Central Criminal Register, the central register of public prosecutors and the local police station)
  • Need to purchase propellant powder
  • Presentation of a certificate of competence (certificate of participation in a state-recognized course on handling explosive substances, see explanations below)

Proof of specialist knowledge and clearance certificate

  • Proof of specialist knowledge is provided by successful participation in a state-recognized training course.
  • A certificate of non-objection (in accordance with Section 34 (2) of the 1st Ordinance to the Explosives Act) is required before attending the course.
  • For this purpose, an application for a clearance certificate must be submitted online.
  • After a successful background check, the clearance certificate will be sent.
  • The issuing of a clearance certificate is subject to a fee. The fee depends on the individual effort involved.
  • The period of validity of the clearance certificate is 1 year.
  • The processing time for issuing the clearance certificate can take up to three months.